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Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
THE NEWS IN BRIEF.

III. r.,s.s ,,r, cron will not he as large
.s n.s anticin.tad ON account of drouth.
w :, y.,,r,s,,,.,,
Ihe h9oo"iu iion az ,,iI"r -,
-
Alf Mccoy, convicted at portsmouth "t
murder, was sentenced I" imprisonment l"t
HE.
L. 5. Minister Mclean has returned from
larls 10 look aitef poliilch hia''eiS III
Maryland
The American Agricultural association is
holding its first session at Columbia college.
New York.
A boy named John johnson fell mt" a
coke oven at Wyanth'S, W. Va, and was
burned 10 oea'h'
Gas was struck nj Norwaik. u. ri the
depth OF LOO: the well flows 6o'ooo fett
per day. with prospects of increasing.
The reunion of the 18th, 1th. 18th. i7th,
l75th and 18th regiments, q. '. l.. and 5tll
cavalry. at Manchester. was a remarkable
| success.
Jerry Pagels sentenced to be hanged
Friday, August IL. al 81. Louis. committed
suicide in his cell by cutting the artery of
his left arm.
Charles Snider brakeman on the Ohio
and Northwestern railroad, caught his foot
in frog and had both legs cut of by a
| freight train at Williamsburg, q.
The peach season has opened in Del =
ware. and will be a short one. Pric. :
range from my cents I" el.E" basket
Mrs Nignie. aged :. was fatally burned
At Findlay, o., while trying 10 light gas
hN+.
Pete Thomson. at Fl. Wayne Ind de
spondent because his wife secured divorce
attempted suicide and the murder OF his
wife.
Applications TO the L. 5 treasurer for
prepay ment OF interest on bonds aggregate
So.ol2,39o.
There are so many West Point graduates
and young officers awaiting promotion that
ehe,e a'r '" enough vacancies 10 ACCOM-
hooate theh.
The Ohio board OF public works expressed
CONFIDENCE that If the canals were put III
proper condition they would earn for the
-, ~,
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I"naarss,; b.. ,h. na,, "a d.. ,,.a,t,'r anu
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-,
Inc sai,nol' pach vi t'ie '"'u'iioIS l'Nti
nei -oo'''o ''>e> s"''' VI 'as' year
s'eiu
The night operator at B"rdentown. y. j..
tell asleep, and collision occurred on the
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
ans One WASH. ConsImptiye.

\ thin. delicate looking woman sat in u
New York horse car one evening recently
and next her sat a native Of the queen :
realm. The window behind the Britou
was open and the cool wind blew i'll on the
woman, making her shiver. AT last she
said, i'll ladylike way, Won't YOU he
Kind enough TO close the window behind
you, as it makes me very cold," Ii would
hardly have caused the man any incon-
venlence to grant this request, but he re-
piled harshly, Il prefer it open, You
Americans can't stand anything: you all
seem 10 have consumption" The other
passengers III the car We're astounded at
his incivility, and there We're many angry
giances cast at the royal subject. Finally
gentleman rose on the opposite side Of
the car, and approaching the Englishman.
with about 22O pounds avoirdupois, leaned
over him. and grasping the window.
slamm"-' q Gown with vigor; then he re-
::-aTkr-.. Nu.', my friend. if You think
all Americans ar afflicted with consump-
ton you just ra.,e that window again
am all AulrrICs.r - The little woman
h.U>Lc-4- the ptErr passengers smiled, the
American --rU-Iel 10 his seat, and the
Br-Du lork-j ont of the window and
tIGcn-It.-J'i.e Argonaut.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
A GREAT story!
ALLAN GU ATERMAIN.
BY H. RIDER HAGGARD


and thrilling experiences, and finally
reach Milosis. a city of great architectural
and artistic grandeur-the capital of the
Zu-Nendi nation, ruled by the sister
queens, Nyleptha and Sorais
The strangers excite much interest, mar
rowly escape death by burning, and are
finally advanced to positions of distinction
subsequently espouSinR the cause Of
Nyleptha. against her sister Sorais. i'll .
great revolt preCipitated by the latter.
The story abounds in thrilling situa-
tions, and will repay reading.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
The wittenbrrg Con..rvator,

of music will be opened. in connection
with the college. on the 18th of September.
Pupils should arrange to be present few
days IN advanc" 81 aS To commence prompt.
" at the opening cf the session.
The tuition will be artistic and thorough.
No teachers will be- employed except those
fully competent To teach the methods nf Ts-
bert and Stark. as now taught in SruttEaTt
i'll Europe, and. IN this country, in the rln-
clnnatl conservatory of music.
For terms and accommodations address
WIrTENBER,. cuNSFKV uF MU~IC.
Box l6i, Springfield. o.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

This story is the latest and best produ,-
ton Of this gifted novelist, full of advel-
ture, romance and graphic description.
Three Euglishmen OF wealth and leisure.
hring of inaction, embark on journey Of
adventure and discovery. They are ac-
companied by a Zulu ey-chief named TIM
slopogaas. whose courage and prowess
figure conspicuously in the narrative
Having heard rumors of great white
race, located somewhere among the pla-
teaus of Central Africa. they ascend the
Tana river, meet with many remarkable
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
LOCAL NOTICES.
advice to Mothers

Mrs. Wlns!ow's Soothing Syrup, for chill
dren teethlng, is the prescription of one OF
the best female nurses and physicians in
the United States, ana has been used for
years WIN neVer-talLing success by millions
of mothers Tor their children. During the
process of teething It's valuei is incalculable.
1t relieves the child from pain, cures dysen-
tery and disrrhea, gripping in the bowels
and wind coiic. BY giving :ealth to the
ahilG Il reststhe mother Prir CSC a bottle.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

Dear Brother Meek. editor the central
hfhOdiSt. tatlettSburg. Ky.
See in your last paper that YOU want a
sick headache remedy. | suffered from
sick headache. almost from infancy. and
tried every remedy could get. but never
found anything that did me any good until
used Simmons Liver Regulator. feel
for anyone who suffers with that terrible
disease. and hope you will give it a trial
{. ). MORRIS.
Brownsville, W Va.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

From our report of council proceedings il
will be seen that they propose to look into
the manner and method of making certain
contracts for printing, bills for which work
are now presented for payment This Is
right; there should be nothing done that
Will not bear the light of investigation, but
there does not seem TO be anything in the
case IN question. in any way rejecting upon
Mr. Thomas, the president of council. This
J. charged in certain circles, but the charges
Seem To be wholly based upon the ground
that his company. in former years had done
the work. He is not only willing, but
anxious. that the committee now having
the matter in hand should make thorough
investigation of the matter.
If there is anything crooked. let it be
shown; but let the conclusions be based on
more tangible evidence than that yet Of
teied.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

Sam Jones is again electrifying the peo-
pie at the Lancaster camp meeting. Hi
>rrmons appear 10 be more pithy and
puinty than ever. As an original thinker
and fearless speaker. this remarkable evan
grliSt j. certainly one Of the men who leave
a lasting impression on their times. Co
lunbuS Journal.
The editor of the Jnnr1iGl has such a
habit of hitting the bulls eye. that We are
surprised 10 see him make such a wild
break as he does in the above paragraph
Sam Jones is a ranting blatherskite. and,
Judging from his dligent care tor the fnan-
cal part of his missionary work, We are led
to the conclusion that he is revivalist.
largely. for revenue. This is the lasting
impress ion" which he leaves on most
people
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

NEALED PROPOSALS will be received hv ,,s
- commissioners Of Clark county, ohio ar
their Office. in the city of Springfield. rIntiI ,
clock .. m, Monday. August +, 1851, I0r t4G
10 sp tons clear, screened lump coal delivered
Ohio.
The right is reserved TO reject any nr all
bids. '"S VI an
BY order of the commissioners,
-. %. +. SERVISS,
I"t Auditor Clark County ohio.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

The Toledo Bee is authority for the
statement that Hon. w. ). Cappeller is ne
gotIating for the purchase of the morning
Commercial. of tina; city. II Cappeller
gets up there he will stir the waters of the
Maumee with more vigor than they have
been wont 10 be stirred for many days.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

The west and northwest are experiencing
drouth terrible in its results. Vegetation
i dri@d, and even burnt be. ond hope of re-
coyery. needing only spark TO start de
structive coDfsgration. Wells and stream.
are drying up, and the people and flock,
are suffering in many places for water
SickneSs, attendant upon these conditions
is becoming prevalent and in some sections
almost epidemic. Unless rain comes soon.
the results will be terrible
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

The grand hall staircase in the new
Equitable building in New York CITY in
cludes specimens of the finest and rlrr-t
marbles of the entire world. Drafts have
been made upon the historic Roman quar-
ries and the marble miI.es of India ard
other countries where rare qualities Of
stone have been discovered. The grouI.
ing " these specimens has been nu suls.:.
labor Chicagu Herald
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

Th. spirit "f wild cat speculation ba'
grown =" rife and disastrous in it, result,
thaf IA, eds 10 be sat down on and sal
down on hard. There are too many f. l..
the good of the people and the prosperity
of business. They should be eliminated
from commercial circles. or when caugh
aud convicted. made shining marks oi
wrong To all who might be inclined to fol
low in their footsteps.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

An Austrian doctor named Rabow saws
that nine times out Of ten headache can
be almost instantly cured by swallowing
spoonful of salt dissolved in a qlantitv
Of water sufficient 10 allow the sufferer 10
swallow it.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
Notice.

kplltE IS hereby given that the undersigned
~ mas been duly appointed and qualified as
assignee of Thomas l.. Arthur All claims due.
SAID Thomas l.. Arthur should be paid 10 the
Undersigned: All persons holding claims
against said Thomas l.. Arthur should present
the same, duly verified within the time pro
Nlded by law. ALBERT y ktNkLE.
lo-f Assignee OF /. L. Arthur
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
NOTICE.

Persons leaving the city for the summer. o
for few weeks. or for only few days, car
have the RkPEULIC mailed TO them. from tn
oTice. without extra charge. II you are goini
from place T. place. just drop Us postal car,
and your address will be changed. so that vol
m ~ have your home paper every day.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
Gibraltar Not Imprerp,bIe.

The impregnabiIity of the famous fortress
OF Gibraltar Is "A thing Of the past The arna-
ment of the stronghold consists almost en-
tlrely Of old time smooth bore guns. There
Is not shell gun or a machine gun, or quick
firing arm Of any kind ON the rock, and only
two torpedo boats Of Questionable value for
water service. ANY ironclad could knock the
whole face of the rock TO pieces without re-
ceivIng & shot in return, SO far as the fortress
Is conoerned.-Chicago Times.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

Hugh McQuiston, esq. Of Nenia, de
clires the trusteeship of the Chic Soldiers
and : a lors' orphans Home, rendered him
by Governor Foraker.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

Commencing July cath and continuing
each Sunday thereafter until September
l1th the |. b. 4 W. will sell excursion tick
cts IN Sandusky, Put-in-Bay, Lake Side.
and Cedar Point Branch at a very low rate
for the round trip. Tickets will be good
returning on train leaving Sandusky Sun
day evening or on regular trains Monday.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

There IS no one article in the line Of med.
lcines that gives SO large return for the
money As good porous strengthening plas-
ter, such As Carter's Smart Weed and Bella.
onna Backache flasterS. AR
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

PRINTED matter may be copied on any
paper OF all absorbent nature, by dampen.
ing the surface with a weak solution Of
acetate OF iron, and pressing in an ordinary
copying press. Old writing may also be
copied on unsized paper, if wet with a
weak solution of sulphate Of iron mixed
with simple solution of sugar syrup
Boston Budget
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

His heavineSs has not yet signifed b S
intention to visit Findlay and view her great
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

The commercial prosperity OF Il country
or e, immunity. is not advanced by specular
orS sud Adventures. but by cool-headed
conservative puSher>.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
LAKEWOOD

Here all passenger trains of the New York
Ptuhsylyanla and Ohio Railroad stop dur,nr
The season, it being the Chautauqua Lake STA
tlOn. and the distributing point ior The. entir.
ldhe. lhere are two hotels AT Lakewood, both
ci immense size ana capable of accOmmOdat
Ing hye hundred guests each Numerou,
steamers are constantly plying the Lake
transporting visitors 10 all points Those i'm
sal oi pledsant resort 10 spend the sum
mer months cannot find a more convenient or
deIlghtinI Mace than Lake Ih..Il taI,..r,a
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
n. Y, Penn. & Ohio X. X.

All trains run on Contra! ;ime-25 minutes
slower than city time.
TRAINS LEAVE GOING EAar
No. 4. New Gork Limited daily los a IN.
z Accom-. daily except sunday ;: ~ D. m.
NO. s..-..---:;.. lu:2h y III.
L. Atlantic TX. daiiy ....,...-...-.. =: lU a m
TEAMS LEAVE GOING wEsr.
10. 3. Gin. Il 81. Louis ~ daily - 2.lOam
:, l. Accom-. daily except sunday -lO:U7 A. IN
5. ST. Louis EI., daily. .-..........- B.5q o m.
NO.i has sirepcrs- but 30 change OF cars in
-lther case through to New lori No hna
through sl-rptrs 10 81. Louis
Free hack Ia trains 70 all points east Of ana
i0ciudIHE EHrtu LvWIsbUrg
For tIcArts I" all points and further infor-
nation call on J. D. pEL.GIE
Agent. - Arcade.
Telephone call 30
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
Notice 10 Contractors.

NEALED PROPOSALS will be received AZ the
- - olncr OF J. ;. Elliott. secretary BOARD of
Hospital Commissioners room No ) VifcbaIi
1iock, Springfield. Ohio. until L. clock, noon
FRIDAY. September 2. 1857. for furnishing tbs
iaDor ana materials for the steam heating and
plumbing Of hospital buildings and the errc
uon OF boiler house according to TN, plans
and specifications on file at the Office of G
'reager. room y, Mitchell block
Inc committee reserves the right to eject
any OF all BIDS. J. 5. ELLLIOTT.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10

No. IL hiss through sieepeTs 10 New York and
Soston without change.
No. 4 Is the famous limited express COM
Losed entirely Of sleepers. east Of Cleveland.
Through sleepeFs from Springfield Makes
Sev York In S0H hours and Boston IN 241t
hours.
g. Fl. KNIGHT,
r. n. Iicket Agent,
U; u: MAXIM, Arcade Depot.
b. r. A. Springreio. o.
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
RAILROAD TIME CARD,


fitt>burg, Cincinnati and ~. Louis Rail-
way Company-Psn Handle Route
Under schedule in effect January 30.
1887, trains leave Springfield. central
standard time for Xenia, Cincinnati and
Columbus. +7:l5 a H.. for Dayton 41:I5a
fors Nenia and indianapolis 4lOs2O a. III.
for Nenia, Cincinnati. Columbus. Indian
apolis and Chicago, +;::,5 y. M: for Xenla,
Dayton and Cincinnati. t5:lO p. m.
Trains arrive in Springfield at t7:l5 and
*lO:2O ID. m. +5:OO p. III. and $40 p. Iii.
*DaIly. tDaily. except Sunday.
SAM. DoDDs, Ticket Agent.
Cleveland, Columbus. Cincinnati, nna
Springfield daily republic. [volume] (Springfield, O. [Ohio]) 1887-1888, 1887-08-10
EXCURSION TICEETS

Via New York. Pennsylvania and Ohio Rail
roai' are on sale AT all local stations and at
stations Of connecting lines from June Isl.
good for return until October 3lst
r. SHALER. Gen. Supt., Cleveland. o
l. T. AhMER Gen. Pass. Agt.. New York.
a; Z CLAkh, Asst. Gen. Pass. Agt. Cleye-
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1887-11-13
Prom the Amt,ieus Hepasi,can.


A young countryman, who had long loved
girl who lived Il mile or two from him. WAS
nearly In despair about winning Ter hand. and
was on the eve of scing out and leaving the
country a. the firl had refused him three
times, and II was out that she, was engaged to
another fellow. Our hero had noticed that his
field nearly every afternoon, and he grew mad
~ jealous. In his cattle ne had a young bull
that w,u always inad with everything but his
master, bgGaU-n b. was an especial pet Now
Dave, ~ he called tho bull, was 10 be the Obj
yect With which Ia satiatr his revenge. He
would turn him into the meadow. hide himself.
and SEQ hi+ rival tossed lii.o football.
=" ono afternoon, calling to Dave. WHO
would follow him llso a. dog, he repaired 10
the meadow, lot tho fence down. and turned
tie bull III. 40 than sttoliod off. and walked
around n mi -erabIe rs n man could DO who
was committing an OWL decd. An hour or 30
later he heard the deep mutterinGs OF tho bull.
and hustentns TO the meadow fence. he saw
Dave about twenty yards from the couple,
paving dirt and shaking his head. The man
was trying to go, the girl 70 run, but she WAS 10
torrlnnG Hhc could not move. The bun made a
dash. and III" fellow ran shrickng for the
ienee. The bull dashed ON after tho flying iel-
low. while our diBconSolate young man, having
jumped the fence rushed to the girl. IA tho
bull dashed on after the fugitive rival. and,
catching hor In his arms, told her that such q
coward was unworthy of her. AS Dave saw his
young master he loft of pursuing the other
man. returned and went 10 licking his hand
while the indignant girl vowed she would never
more speak to man that was afraid Oh cow.
She soon afterHard married Dawes bg1A.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1887-11-13


have no doubt that q half million OF tho
million and a hn!: gyneins wa now haTo among
uS are what arc known among THO Eomany q
drom EypsieS-that H., gypsios ~ he road ryp-
sizes WHOSE heritage ot patrinrchal and pilgrim.
ing tradition vii! no more permit them to herd
In towns. .savo out of neccssi,y., '!an viii
foxes. OF these ns | have previously stated in
print, have names and addressed Of nearly
1000 heads OF families, or, petty t ib9s.
whose combined wealth exceeds s2D0,000,U00.
Hosts aside from these have sained or arc
sist OF fine farms. country tavern stands:
to!l-gate, privileges, tracts Of woodland Of
which they are very fond, livery and sales
stabes H. the smaller towns and villages.
and, not inlrGnptntS extensive town, prop
critics, particularly the Larger sG!oS stables in
metropolltap cities; Thousands urnpp thou
tort upon rentals and other nco mas. But they
are never Idle, and they never fail Of passing
some portion Of each summc" uuun tho rou6-
Their trHdngs. or preparations Tor trading.
never coass: nor does their fortune telling. for
the wife Of gypsy worth t25NolO-and have
the ncuuaintAn"e Of more tnHn ono OF these
will rs ntmply toll your fortune Tor sllyec rs
would tho wiIe OF the luDst poycrtY-strcken
gypsy tinker ever helped solder pan or
batch kettle.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1887-11-13
One of the Use. OF Dynamite.

FROM the hdHSl5 tNB fNNs
Companies and Of the Fire Department
were kept busy all day yesterday tearing down
the walls and removing the ruins OF the Hug
gins cracker factory. They accomplished 1t In
. novel and expeditions way with DYNAMITE
giant POWDER and sandbags. The work gas
begun at O'Clock in tho morning and was fin
ished before sunset
The tall walls fell in heaps and not ono OF the
surrounding houses was injured. though the
Blossom House was not more than thirty feet
away. The dynamite WIS hung in sticks on
the walls. and its force was confined to them
by sandbags hung on the outside OF the dyna-
mite. Whom the fuses Wore lit the walls liter-
ally had the pins Knocked out from under them
and fell In a heap.
This process OF combining the force Of the
dynamite was q new one. aud had neier been
tried before. Usually the work OF weakening
walls Is done by inserting explosives In drills,
bu. this work Of drilling i DANGEROUS. besides
to-day. tho dynamite did not oven burst the
bag OF santt. but evidently oxerted it's entire
force aga inst the wall. In this case the dyns-
mite and sandbRg were suspended on pegs
just below the arches OF tho second story.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1887-11-13
Fiah aad Fiahlnu.

John Thursby OF Orange City ilA fell asleep in his
boat while fishing When he awoke he WAS thrno miles
lp stream and the boa. being by an immense catfish
hAt had taken his bait The sh weighed IN enty pounds
AsnhAdsn drove immense schools of weAkhsh into
gully In front OF the bathing houses at Angesos j.
and wagon loads taken out
A lime sloop OF Rockland- Me-, was followed by
shark, and one OF the crew threw the nsh lump OF
Spoktme Tho shark swallowed IL lat one gulp andlsoon
Died In great agony.
In the centre Of the dining room of the sloyiniky
baIar Hotel OF Moscow Is large fountain nled with
from which, when you order the waiter catches
alive with dipnet before your eyes
a Yarmouth N. 8. nAherInAn used . brass key for
.nkar and ost t. Several days later II found In
IoosteF pot more than mile away